Introduction

This expectancy sheet welcomes the students to a new semester. It provides a pleasant
introduction to new quarter and contains important information about teacher expectations and
what the students are going to learn.
The expectancy sheet explains the major rules of the class, which are intended to create a
positive and productive learning environment where the students are able to focus on the material
(InTASC Standard 2: l, n; Standard 3: a, c, k, n, o; Standard 4: r; Standard 9: m; Standard 10: d, j,
o). Near the end of this sheet, I wrote a parent note so that I could connect with the students
parents/guardians and establish a supportive relationship with them, since students learn better
when their teachers and their parents are on the same page (InTASC Standard 1: c, k; Standard 2:
j; Standard 3: a, f, n, q; Standard 7: o; Standard 10: d, m, q; ISTE NETS-T Standard 3(b, c)).
Finally, I also reintroduced myself to the students so that they can learn more about me and so
that I can forge an equally positive relationship with the students as with their parents (InTASC
Standard 1: j; Standard 2: j, m; Standard 3: a, f, n, q; Standard 7: n, o: Standard 10: d, m, q).

Student Expectancy Sheet: Ms. Durrett

English Honors 10
All about Me
Hello. My name is Gabrielle Durrett, and I am going to be student teaching for Mrs.
Johnsons 1st and 4th periods during the Spring Semester as a part of my Masters degree
program. You all have already met me, but here is just a little extra fun information to help
you understand my personality better.
Random Facts about Me
o The first real word I said when I was a baby was book, so I feel like I was
always meant to have a book-related career.
o I decided that I wanted to teach English in my senior year of high school after
attending a career fair.
o My favorite book series is Harry Potter.
o My favorite classic literature book is Pride and Prejudice.
Spring Semester Units
Quarter 3: Frankenstein, literary analysis, and argument
Quarter 4: Dr. Faustus and rhetorical analysis
Both quarters will also include non-fiction texts.
Behavior Expectations
Read the assigned texts
Come prepared to learn
Actively participate in class discussions and activities
Have a good attitude
Positive Consequences
1. Praise (verbal and written)
2. Reward (extra credit)
3. Recognition at the end of the semester
Negative Consequences
1. Warning
2. Parent call/email
3. Detention
4. Referral
Classroom Procedures
Keep your phones in your pockets during instruction/classwork.
Ask for permission before using the restroom.
Arrive on time; if you are late, I will mark you tardy.
If you are absent, look on the website for information on what you missed. It is your
responsibility to make up late work.

 Respect me and your classmates.

Please raise your hand when asking or answering questions.
Grading
Grading will take place on the typical scale:
o 90-100% = A
o 80-89% = B
o 70-79% = C
o 60-69% = D
o Below 60% = F
Certain assignments will be weighted differently:
Classwork/Homework = 20%
Written Assignments (essays, rhetorical precis, etc.) = 40%
Formal Assessments (quizzes, tests, etc.) = 40%
A Word to the Parents:
During the Spring Semester, I am going to take over for Mrs. Johnson and teach your
children about Frankenstein and Dr. Faustus. Mrs. Johnson will guide and support me, but I
will be taking the lead for the instruction. I am thrilled to have this opportunity and I look
forward to teaching your students for the next five months. If you have any questions, please
do not hesitate to email me.